Alopecia 101: Facts & Solutions

Alopecia is a follicular disorder that affects men and women at any age. It is an auto-immune deficiency that can be triggered due to stress, medication, hormonal imbalance, weight loss or a variety of other reason. It may or may not be hereditary. There are different types of alopecia, but we will talk about the two primary types: Alopecia Areata and Alopecia Totalis.

Alopecia Areata is bald or thinning areas on the scalp that occur in random spots. There does not seem to be any consistent pattern to where the balding or thinning may occur. Alopecia Totalis is loss or all of one’s head of hair. Both types are traumatic to the individual as they may have had full head of hair only weeks prior to the occurrence.

Hair Replacement Solutions

A hair piece or wig for alopecia is a great way to restore confidence and happiness with your appearance. It is a good idea to match the individual’s original hair color. A similar hairstyle may help them transition during this troubling time. If the individual is a woman and she wears shoulder length hair, it is recommended that the wig be human hair. Most synthetic fibers will fray at the ends and look unnatural over time. Synthetic cannot tolerate friction and will frizz on the end. Unless the person wants to replace the wig frequently to maintain a fresh look, most synthetics will not suffice.

There are different qualities to human hair. Some human hair is thicker in diameter than other hair so it is important to get an education on what type of hair is best for you. Price will be a factor with better quality human hair as well. Human hair replacement solutions have more resilience than synthetic fiber. Human hair can be permed, colored, and tolerate heat, unlike synthetic fiber.

Take the Next Step

Are you ready to get great hair? Speak with an alopecia professional to get a better idea of what you may need! We’d be happy to answer any questions you may have. Simply click HERE to request your free hair analysis to learn about your Baltimore wig, hair extension, and hair replacement options. 

Make it a great day,

Marty Greenblatt